Tag: Wedderspoon honey

Authentic Manuka honey from New Zealand contains unique antibacterial properties largely derived from a compound called methylglyoxal (MGO). When considering Wedderspoon honey, many consumers question if their products are tested for this specific compound, or if their proprietary KFactor grading system includes MGO content.

Created by the honey brand Wedderspoon, K-factor honey is a proprietary rating system that tracks five "key factors" to ensure purity and authenticity. While helpful for verifying certain production standards, this system, often seen on Manuka honey products, focuses on a honey's pollen count rather than its renowned antibacterial strength. This article demystifies the K-factor rating and explains how it compares to other more widely used industry standards.